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Patent Law Alert -- Proposed Changes to USPTO’s Inter Partes Review Process – Does It Start a New “Race to Judgment” on Patent Invalidity?
Celebrating Women’s History Month: Ruth Wakefield and the Business of Innovation Without a Patent
The 2026 Edition is Available of A Trademark is Not a Copyright or a Patent by William M. Borchard with Deborah K. Squiers
Transgender Women in Law Mixer
On My Mind Blog
Case Studies
Federal Circuit upholds successful opposition against application to register LEHMAN BROTHERS for whiskey
Federal Circuit reverses cancellation of U.S. trademark registrations
We succesfully represented our client, Major League Baseball Partners, Inc.
We established that cigarette rolling paper size designations are generic.
The Second Circuit affirms summary judgment for our client.
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“Jeffrey Chery is a ‘top-notch’ practitioner. ‘Jeff is extremely knowledgeable about US trademark prosecution. His expertise and responsiveness make him a go-to.’”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals"They work seamlessly as a team, manage projects with efficiency, and cultivate enduring relationships with their clients, who recognize and value their responsiveness, commitment, expertise, and professionalism."
2025 Legal 500“Welcomed back to the firm in January 2025, Louis Ederer brings over four decades of experience representing some of the most iconic global brands. ‘Louis has a tenacity for serving his clients. He is fierce but fair and knows the relevant law inside and out.’”
2026 WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals"Eric Shimanoff is a razor-sharp trademark litigator whose strategic instincts and no-nonsense approach make him the go-to for major brands."
2025 Lexology Index"Mary L. Kevlin is a renowned intellectual property lawyer owing to her open-ended skill in handling the full remit of trademark matters, as well as serving as a leading academic in the field."
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Why Us
Founded in 1957, we maintain long-term relationships by providing sound advice, quality legal work, and highly-responsive, personalized service.
What We Do
We represent clients of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The boutique size of our firm, and the breadth of our practice capabilities, allow us to provide a multidisciplinary approach in a cost-effective manner.
Our Clients
Our experience spans a broad range of industries and is international in scope. We appreciate the opportunity of growing with successful companies and brands, as well as creative individuals and accomplished executives.










